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This bill establishes a regulatory framework for hemp businesses in Missouri, defining terms like "artificially derived cannabinoid" (cannabinoids chemically altered after extraction, such as THC made from CBD), "hemp beverage" (a drink made from hemp parts or extracts, not containing cannabis flower or concentrate), and "hemp business" (licensed manufacturers, wholesalers, or retailers of hemp beverages). It grants the supervisor of alcohol and tobacco control and designated employees authority to enforce laws related to intoxicating liquors, tobacco products, and these new hemp provisions, allowing them to make arrests and conduct searches. The bill outlines three types of hemp business licenses: manufacturer, wholesaler, and retailer, with specific rules for each, including restrictions on who can hold multiple licenses and requirements for retailers to also hold an alcoholic beverage license. It also details application procedures, license fees, and grounds for disciplinary action, such as fines or license revocation, and creates a dedicated "Hemp-Derived Products Fund" for administrative purposes. Furthermore, the bill mandates specific labeling requirements for hemp beverages, including consumer protection warnings, and prohibits marketing that appeals to individuals under 21 years old. It also sets a transition period for existing adult hemp beverage products and imposes a seven percent excise tax on the retail sale of hemp beverage products.

Labor and Employment

https://www.senate.mo.gov/26info/BTS_Web/Bill.aspx?SessionType=R&BillID=313